Denver defeats Col-ColSprings 129-93

Denver Dominates in Statement Win Over Col-ColSprings

The Denver Pioneers proved their strength at home, cruising to a 129-93 victory over visiting Col-ColSprings in a non-conference matchup at Hamilton Gymnasium on Thursday night.

The game was a statement win for the Pioneers, who asserted their dominance from the opening tip. By halftime, they led by a commanding 60-38 margin, setting the tone for the rest of the contest. The difference would only grow wider, as Denver ultimately claimed a 36-point victory.

Carson Johnson spearheaded the Pioneers' attack, scoring 24 points on 6-of-6 three-point shooting and 61.5% from the field. Didier Maleng chipped in with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Julius Rollins contributed five assists and 18 points off the bench.

Col-ColSprings struggled to keep pace, shooting just 47.0% from the field and making only 15 of their 30 three-point attempts. The visitors were outrebounded by a wide margin, 45-24 in favor of Denver.

The Pioneers' advantage was not limited to statistics alone. Their bench was also more energetic and prepared, with several players contributing significant minutes without struggling against the opposing defense.

In contrast, Col-ColSprings seemed to tire in the second half, as their pace slowed down significantly from its high-intensity start. The visitors struggled to contain Denver's offense, which consistently found ways to exploit open space and convert scoring opportunities.

Denver's performance was all but flawless, with four different players reaching double-digit totals in points scored. Despite a few lapses in defense, the Pioneers' balanced attack ultimately proved insurmountable for Col-ColSprings.

The loss serves as a wake-up call for the visiting team, who will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to make a meaningful run through their conference schedule. For Denver, however, this win is a statement of intent – that they are a force to be reckoned with in the coming season.